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UK Government unveils £63m boost for electric vehicle charging infrastructure

The UK Government has announced a significant new investment to accelerate the country’s electric vehicle (EV) transition.

UK launches $1 million AI fellowship to improve public services

The UK government is opening applications for a new $1 million fellowship that is expected to attract the country’s top AI engineers into public service.

UK Government sets new plans to deliver fairer, cheaper and cleaner electricity system

The UK government has announced new changes to the national electricity markets with the hopes of creating a system that is fairer, more secure, and affordable for working families and businesses.

Government launches targeted rollout of neighbourhood health services

The government begins phase 1 of its 10 Year Health Plan, launching 42 pioneer neighbourhood health services in deprived areas to support those with complex needs at home.

Home office reveals 2030 digital strategy to transform public services

The Home Office has released its 2030 Digital Strategy, outlining how the department will continue to modernise its digital, data, and technology (DDaT) capabilities over the next five years.

NHS pilots “sponge-on-a-string” cancer test in high-street pharmacies

NHS trials a 10-minute “sponge-on-a-string” cancer test in high-street pharmacies to detect early signs of Barrett’s oesophagus.

UK Government-funded project will improve access to healthy foods in Liverpool

The UK government has announced a new project in Liverpool that aims to tackle food inequality by delivering fresh produce directly to the doorsteps of those who need it most.

England’s resident doctors vote to strike over pay and conditions

Resident doctors across England have backed industrial action, highlighting ongoing disputes over pay, workload, and working conditions in the NHS.

UK expands NHS dental services for vulnerable patients

The UK government announces expanded NHS dental services to improve access for underserved and vulnerable patient groups.

UK invests £75.6 million in a mission to clean up space debris

The UK Space Agency has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing issue of space debris, launching a £75.6 million procurement process.

One in eight NHS senior staff from BME backgrounds

New WRES data shows 12.7% of very senior NHS managers are from Black & minority ethnic backgrounds, up from 11.2% in 2023, a significant rise since 2018.

NHS approves first new core IT system for GPs in 25 years to enhance patient care

NHS England has introduced Medicus Health’s cloud-based IT system, a significant milestone in GP technology.

UK cyber security a boost through new investments, strategies and standards

Cybersecurity remains a crucial component in the UK's security landscape. With this in mind, the UK government has launched a new wave of government initiatives aimed at strengthening national resilience, building digital skills, and supporting cyber innovation.

Innovator passports to fast-track adoption of cutting-edge NHS care technologies

The UK government introduces 'innovator passports' to streamline NHS adoption of new technologies, reducing red tape and enabling faster nationwide deployment of proven innovations.

UK’s hopes to triple solar power by 2030 through Solar Roadmap

The UK government has released a new Solar Roadmap designed to improve the country’s solar power capacity by 2030, more than doubling it.

NPA analysis finds over 6 million hours spent in A&E on cases treatable by community pharmacies

A new report by the National Pharmacy Association reveals that patients spent over 6 million hours in A&E last year for minor health issues that could have been managed by community pharmacies, highlighting an opportunity to ease pressure on emergency services.

UK doubles funding for farm inspections to tackle agricultural pollution

The UK government is doubling funding for farm inspections to curb agricultural pollution and strengthen environmental protection efforts.

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